Heritage Springer..... TALK ME DOWN GUYS
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I think the softail heritage springer is one of the most beautiful bikes the moco has ever put out so if you got the extra coin I wouldn't try to talk you out of it. I wouldn't be weary of low mileage bikes either because usually it's because the person didn't like it as much as they thought they would or they were new to the sport and decide to take up a different hobby. I sure they're other reasons but that's my .02.
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I have 2009 crossbones with 16000 miles on it, all of which are mine. I have done the 1,5, 10 and 15 k services on it. The bike runs beautifully still and has never required extra maintenance and several techs I have spoken to have said the every 2500 service schedule is not accurate.
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From: sheboygan, wi
bringin it back
Good morning everyone! i joined last night just to see if i could bring this back again. I just traded in my 2008 1200c anniversary for a 2002 Heritage Classic. The very first thing i did was 35" beach bars. First off this is the bike of my dreams, second i love the look of the springer and am thinking about doing a springer swap. can anyone tell me how hard it would be, anyone done it, problems i might/will run into, and what parts i am going to need. i already know i want to do a dual disk so i kinda know what i want for front brakes. thanks for any help
a little mechanical background i have 20+ years as a mechanic 15 as an ase master tech, its all almost the same, just thought i would give a skill level
a little mechanical background i have 20+ years as a mechanic 15 as an ase master tech, its all almost the same, just thought i would give a skill level
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Good morning everyone! i joined last night just to see if i could bring this back again. I just traded in my 2008 1200c anniversary for a 2002 Heritage Classic. The very first thing i did was 35" beach bars. First off this is the bike of my dreams, second i love the look of the springer and am thinking about doing a springer swap. can anyone tell me how hard it would be, anyone done it, problems i might/will run into, and what parts i am going to need. i already know i want to do a dual disk so i kinda know what i want for front brakes. thanks for any help
a little mechanical background i have 20+ years as a mechanic 15 as an ase master tech, its all almost the same, just thought i would give a skill level
a little mechanical background i have 20+ years as a mechanic 15 as an ase master tech, its all almost the same, just thought i would give a skill level
This guy ordered one from Paucho:
"I ordered a wide springer from Paughco earlier this month. They are building it for me with dual disc attach points on the legs. The axle I ordered along with the springer takes Performance Machine 125 X 2 calibers. You can find them on their web site under custom bikes"
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If to do get yourself a heritage springer keep your eyes on it. These are sought after by thieves. I guess they get a pretty penny for the front end. Mine has been stolen twice. No, neither time was by me.
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From: Lake Tahoe California
I can not speak to the geometry or engineering of the aftermarket Springer forks, but the factory one is really great. I would think, that when all is said and done, it is cheaper to get a HS than it is to get a Heritage and convert the front end. And you will get the nicer rear fender for free when you get a HS!!
That said, a dual disc Springer front end would be cool. I just upgraded my caliper to a four piston unit (PM makes a six piston that will fit too, just in case you were wondering). The four piston unit really does improve braking.
I am sure that a dual rotor system with dual four or six piston calipers would be better, but at some point your braking capability is really traction limited with the front wheel, and at some point no amount of additional rotors or pistons or pad size will make any improvement. Perhaps in the repeated hard braking done in racing, yes, but who rides like that on a Heritage Springer?
Food for thought. Keep us posted on your progress!!
Ride safe!
That said, a dual disc Springer front end would be cool. I just upgraded my caliper to a four piston unit (PM makes a six piston that will fit too, just in case you were wondering). The four piston unit really does improve braking.
I am sure that a dual rotor system with dual four or six piston calipers would be better, but at some point your braking capability is really traction limited with the front wheel, and at some point no amount of additional rotors or pistons or pad size will make any improvement. Perhaps in the repeated hard braking done in racing, yes, but who rides like that on a Heritage Springer?
Food for thought. Keep us posted on your progress!!
Ride safe!
Road Warrior
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From: Lake Tahoe California
Ride safe!
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